World Basketball Day was celebrated on 21 December.

World Basketball Day was celebrated on 21 December.

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Category : Important Days Published on: December 23 2023

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  • World Basketball Day was celebrated on 21 December.
  • This day has been celebrated for the first time.
  • The United Nations General Assembly had announced to celebrate this day on August 2023.
  • The theme of the first edition of World Basketball Day is 'Basketball: Creating a lasting legacy for a better future'.
  • The day plays an important role in breaking down racial and political barriers, combating discrimination and reducing conflict.
  • Basketball was included in the Olympic Games in the year 1936.
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